Robert A. Patnode

On January 29, 2020, Robert Alexander Patnode rejoined family and friends in heaven. He was born on January 29, 1937, to Carl and Arrietta (Rocque) Patnode in Burlington, VT. Robert is the final family member to grace this earth. Robert is survived by his wife of 61 years Annette (Frazier), Children, Robert and Dawn Patnode, Bridgett Blow, and Rodney and Lisa Patnode, Daughter in law Betsy (Patnode) Danaher. Grandchildren Jordana Racine, Ashley Patnode, Heather Patnode, Josh Blow, Sean Martell, and Corey Martell. Great-grandchildren Merridith Racine, Wesley Racine, and Lillian Martell. Robert was predeceased by his son Randall (Moochie) Patnode, Grandsons Robert (Bucko) Patnode, Nathan Patnode, son in law Punk Blow, siblings Thelma Jones, Joyce Cardinal, Theone Bolduc, Betty Rainville and Carol Bartlett. 
Robert enlisted in the United States Marines where he learned his trade that would find him employment with General Electric. During his 35 years with General Electric, Robert was instrumental in his design work where he earned a patent. Robert was a loving husband and father who took pride in providing for his family. He loved teaching his children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren how to be self-sufficient, survive in the woods by providing shelter, hunting and fishing for food and respecting the outdoors. He enjoyed socializing with the many friends he made throughout the years. Robert was forever a Vermonter who extended his back yard to Florida. Thank you to all the Doctors and Nurses who provided special care during his courageous battle with lung cancer with a special thanks to Dr. Singh and his gunnery nurse Nancy.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tidewell Hospice of Charlotte County, Florida. A service will be held at a later date in Vermont. 
To express condolences to the family and share in celebrating the life of Robert, please visit www.JohnsonTaylorFuneral.com and sign the online guestbook.  Arrangements are by Johnson Taylor Funeral and Cremation.